Congratulations to Cecelia Koetting, OD, on being named a 2026 Theia Award winner! 🎉 Presented by Women in Optometry, the award recognizes women making exceptional contributions to optometry. We're proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor! 👏💙 #Optometry #EyeCare

Congratulations to our ophthalmology physicians recognized in 5280 Magazine's Top Doctors list! 👏 The list is based on the Castle Connolly peer nomination and research process, recognizing excellence in patient care. Congratulations to all of our honorees! 🎉

What can an international observership teach you? Dr. Vidharthi "Vid" Diwakaran shares the biggest lesson she's learned during her time here and how the experience compares to practicing in India. 🌍👁️

Congratulations to Riaz Qureshi, PhD, MS, on his appointment as Director of Medical Student Research! In this new leadership role, he'll help advance research education and mentorship for medical students. 👏

Congratulations to our recently promoted faculty! 👏 These well-earned promotions recognize excellence in patient care, education, research, and service. Join us in celebrating this exciting milestone! 🤩 #Ophthalmology #EyeCare #CUEyeCenter

Congratulations to Jenna Patnaik, PhD, on her appointment as Director of Resident Research for the CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology! 👏 We're excited to see her help advance resident research and mentorship across the department. 🥳 #Ophthalmology #Research #CUEyeCenter

Congratulations to Michael Puente, MD, on being elected to the AAPOS Board of Directors! 👏 As the AAPOS representative to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, he'll help shape the future of pediatric ophthalmology. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! #Ophthalmology #AAPOS

AI is transforming eye care. 👁️🤖 Researchers at CU Anschutz Ophthalmology developed a new approach to improve the accuracy and reliability of ophthalmic image analysis. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vpatXB

Can glaucoma be treated without lasers? 👀 Leo Seibold, MD, answers this common question in a clip from the Eye on Vision podcast. 👁️ Listen to the full podcast: https://bit.ly/4dIHoj7 #Ophthalmology #Glaucoma #EyeCare #CUEyeCenter #MedSky

Meet Soufiane Azargui, MD! 👋 As he begins his fourth year of residency, Dr. Azargui is inspired by ophthalmology's unique blend of medicine, surgery, and innovation—and hopes to one day make the same lasting impact on patients as the mentors who've shaped his journey. 🤩

Did you know your child's vision is checked starting in the newborn nursery? Rebecca Edwards, MD, PhD, shares what parents should know about childhood vision screenings—and when it's time to see a pediatric ophthalmologist. 👁️ #PediatricOphthalmology #ChildVisionAwarenessMonth

"Just because residency is ending doesn't mean that the learning ends." — Conner Style, DO A few more moments from this year's graduation celebration. 🎓

Ophthalmologists may have a unique opportunity to help save more than sight. Jared Sokol, MD, examined how eye care providers can connect patients with substance use disorders to treatment while managing a serious vision-threatening infection. Read more: https://bit.ly/4v2SoOY

Still smiling about resident and fellow graduation! 🥹🎓 Congratulations to all of our graduates — we can't wait to see where your next chapter takes you! 👏 #Ophthalmology #EyeCare #CUEyeCenter

Over the past four years, these residents have grown into skilled clinicians, surgeons, educators, and leaders. We're proud to celebrate all they've accomplished and excited to see what's next. 🎓👁 Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🥳🤩 Read more: https://bit.ly/4vSdwrF

"I’m proud of how much I’ve grown this year and how confident I feel going into the next step of my career." — Meredith Spitz, MD, MBA Congratulations to Dr. Spitz as she completes her glaucoma fellowship and begins her next chapter! ✨ Read more: https://bit.ly/3QdQv3s

Diagnosing complex cases? No problem. Solving an escape room? Also no problem 👀🔐 Proud of this outstanding group of future ophthalmologists! ✨ #Ophthalmology #Residency #EyeCare #Ophthalmologist

Congratulations to Aleya Peji 🎓👏 Aleya recently graduated with her Master’s in Modern Human Anatomy, and her capstone thesis was selected as this year’s winner of the Bench Research category for the master’s program. Well deserved! ✨

Doximity residency voting closes in 5 days! If you’ve trained with or worked alongside our team, we’d be grateful for your support in the 2026–27 Residency Navigator Survey. You can find us listed as “University of Colorado.” Thank you for continued support. 💜

Pink eye spreads fast — but not every case is the same 👀 In a new Charting Pediatrics episode from Children’s Hospital Colorado, Rebecca Edwards Mayhew, MD, PhD discusses conjunctivitis, contagion, treatment, and red flags to watch for. https://bit.ly/4v2LtWe

107 days until our 30th Annual Ophthalmology Symposium 👁️ Throwing it back to a clip of what Kaleb Abbott, OD, MS, FAAO’s presentation was about: “Just Scratching the Surface: Future Innovations in Ocular Surface Disease.” Registration is now open: https://bit.ly/4nJKQhY

What exactly is glaucoma? 👁️ Leo Seibold, MD joined Eye on Vision to talk about why glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” and what people should know about the disease. Listen to the full podcast: https://bit.ly/4dIHoj7 #Ophthalmology #Glaucoma #EyeCare

Congratulations to Anna “Cammie” Howell on being named CU Anschutz Staff Employee of the Month for May 2026 👏 A well-deserved recognition for someone who goes above and beyond every day. Thank you for all you do, Cammie!

Don’t forget that doximity residency voting is open! Thank you for your continued support and for helping highlight the strength and reputation of our residency program. 💙 Click here to vote: https://bit.ly/4nFtvXm - we are listed as the, “University of Colorado.” 🤩

Can looking at your phone too close actually damage your eyes? 👀📱 We asked David Simpson, OD about Apple’s new screen distance feature and what it means for eye health.

A special evening celebrating ARVO 2026 and 25 years at the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center 👁️✨ Grateful to everyone who joined us. Here’s to the next 25 years. 💙

Another great year at ARVO 2026 👁️🔬 Grateful for the opportunity to connect with colleagues from around the world and showcase the incredible research happening across our department. 🤩 #Ophthalmology #EyeCare #VisionResearch #CUEyeCenter

Celebrating ARVO 2026 + 25 years on campus! 👁️✨ Looking back on 25 years of growth, it’s incredible to see the impact this work has had on patients, research, and the field. A night filled with big milestones, meaningful moments, and the people behind it all. 🤩👏

A look back at yesterday’s Vision Science Retreat! 👁️✨ A full day of sharing research, ideas, and the work pushing vision science forward — from faculty talks to posters to our keynote with Deepak Lamba, PhD! #Ophthalmology #VisionScience #CUEyeCenter

Doximity residency voting is open 👁️✨ Our department is continuing to grow through innovative research, expanded patient care, and training the next generation of ophthalmologists. If you’ve trained with or worked alongside our team, we’d be grateful for your support!